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Windows 7: Best "Build" Curious (oem computers vs custom)

Self built MPC/Media Server (see specs) and bargain basement $180 eeePC 900a both with 7077. I routinely trial new builds in a sandbox environment and have my own rapid migration scripts to bring validated builds in from the sandbox to the production machines. I've developed a five minute install method (at least on the MPC) and scripts deploy my profile and applications manifest to a new build in 15-20 more.

So far 7077 has been far and away best on both the MPC and the netbook.

Gateway bought eMachines and then Acer bought Gateway and Packard Bell as well. Due to purchasing those companies Acer is now the third largest computer manufacturer in the world (by sales) after HP and Dell.

Gateway bought eMachines and then Acer bought Gateway and Packard Bell as well. Due to purchasing those companies Acer is now the third largest computer manufacturer in the world (by sales) after HP and Dell.

Need to add "TASKBARS" (MSese for "Launchpads", "Docks" NOT "Toolbars"My office just upgraded, and I can no longer use Windows XP. On this system, I was able to add a separate taskbar to facilitate quick access to commonly-browsed folder locations on our vast network, and another one expedited the launching of useful programs and lists. Each task on each taskbar...

New Custom Build -- "No drives were found"hello, i have just assembled a new computer, and i am attempting to perform a custom install of windows 7. however, i am getting an error message saying that no drives were found. i have a brand new seagate 7200.12, which shows up in the bios and will pass tests in SeaTools. i am at a loss, so any...

Installation & Setup

Install time difference between "Upgrade" and "Custom"Is the time to "Upgrade from vista to 7 supposed to be wayyy longer then it would to do jsut a clean install? (For example, hanging at 18% for a while while installing during upgrade)
(posting this since i cant get any replies to a previous topic)